Courtney Chandler
WSFA 12 News
Montgomery, AL, United States
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Grant addresses mental health needs for Alabama farmers
The Alabama Department of Agriculture and Industries has received a $500,000 grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture to address the mental health of farmers through training and resources. → Read More
Alabama attorney general discusses lawsuit against federal vaccine mandate
Alabama has joined the fight to stop the federal vaccine mandate. → Read More
Civil rights pioneer Claudette Colvin files petition to clear her name
Claudette Colvin has filed a petition to expunge her record and finally clear her name. → Read More
Council member, MPD team up to offer firearm familiarization course for women
Gun violence in Montgomery remains a major issue. And as the sun sets sooner, District 4 councilwoman Audrey Graham says it brings more danger for women who are outside. → Read More
MAP Center, Mercy House prepare for Day of Dreams telethon
Whether it’s providing resources for families, tutoring for students, or a safe place where kids can enjoy fun activities, the Ministry About People, or MAP, Center and the Mercy House continue to serve as a support outlet for the community. → Read More
Montgomery City-County Public Library kicks off ‘1,000 Books Before Kindergarten’
For now, they’re asking that adults read to children through the program either at home, school, or at a public library and Foster provides a plan on how you can reach the thousand book goal. → Read More
Johnson & Johnson talc spinoff files for bankruptcy
Lawyers representing women who have sued Johnson & Johnson say they’re not backing down. → Read More
Montgomery Area Food Bank sees distribution increase during pandemic
The Montgomery Area Food Bank has been able to distribute additional food thanks to donations from the community. → Read More
New Civil Rights Corridor bringing history to citizens virtually
The city council named US Highway 80 that runs through Montgomery will be established as a Civil Rights Corridor to educate others of past historical events through a virtual tour. → Read More
Centennial Hill residents speak out against future RSA building
They’re not on board with a future development that will put an RSA office building and parking facility on a vacant lot in the area. → Read More
Montgomery creates new department to address crime in city
Montgomery has a new Violence and Prevention Department. → Read More
Montgomery City Council set to vote on new budget Tuesday
The proposed budget includes new departments and pay raises across the board for all city employees. → Read More
FDA advisory panel member discusses next phases of Pfizer vaccine
Dr. James Hildreth says he believes boosters will eventually be approved for everyone, but it will take more time. → Read More
Retailers trying to bounce back from pandemic
Since May 2020, the Alabama Retail Association says they have seen positive sales growth each month, but the number of available employees hasn’t bounced back as quickly. → Read More
Montgomery organization, church collecting books for Alabama inmates
The founder of Destiny Driven says the idea was started after one of her students said he had no books while serving time in prison. → Read More
Stadium climb held at Riddle Pace Field to commemorate 20th anniversary of 9/11
Members of Troy University’s ROTC program along with other Troy students, community members, and the Troy Fire and Rescue participated in the event to commemorate the 20th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks. → Read More
Montgomery City Council addresses apartments operating without licenses
The city of Montgomery is cracking down on businesses operating without proper licenses. → Read More
Rising COVID-19 cases bringing concerns for churches
The church reopened its doors to the public in the spring with safety measures of checking temperatures, sanitizing, social distancing and wearing masks at all times, but the recent surge in COVID-19 cases brings concerns. → Read More
English Village community comes together for prayer walk
One community in Montgomery came together under one name and purpose Saturday. → Read More
Hurricane Ida’s presence felt in Alabama
The state EMA director says the storm is not over and localized flash flooding is now the major concern. → Read More